Location: Kanab
Top Things to do in Kanab
Top Restaurants in Kanab
Countries
6 Museums in Kanab That You Shouldn't Miss
Kanab (/kəˈnæb/ kə-NAB) is a city in and the county seat of Kane County, Utah, United States. It is located on Kanab Creek just north of the Arizona state line. This area was first settled in 1864 and the town was founded in 1870 when ten Mormon families moved into the area. The population was 4,312 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Kanab
1. Raven's Heart Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 31 reviews
Raven's Heart Gallery represents established and emerging artists from the region and beyond. We show "art with heart, expressing kindness and compassion for all life". Raven's Heart Gallery is owned by Photographer Gary Kalpakoff and Artist Cyrus Mejia (co-founder of Best Friends Animal Society).
Reviewed By SamS967 - Long Beach, United States
This beautiful art gallery is in the center of town and co-owned by one of the founders of Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. The photography collection is excellent as are all the art by local artists. We did end up buying an expensive painting.
2. Kanab Heritage House Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 113 reviews
The Kanab Heritage House Museum, also called the Jewel of Kanab, preserves and brings to life the rich customs and traditions of southern Utah. Built in1894, the Heritage House is a Victorian era home constructed In the Queen Anne style. Upon its completion, original owner Henry Bowman proclaimed he had built the “first modern home in Kane County”. The Kanab Heritage House Museum is a timeless work of art that now showcases the rich history of Kanab and its people. The museum interior is complete with many period and original furnishings. Tours last approximately 30-45 minutes and will immerse you in the cultural history and heritage of Southern Utah. Please check our website for current hours and closings.
Reviewed By Californiastaner - San Miguel, United States
Made the reservation online and it worked perfectly. You can use your phone to scan barcodes for exterior and interior rooms (the upstairs is closed). They are clearly being careful due to COVID-19, which we appreciated. The volunteer who let us in was friendly, engaging and knowledgeable. It is such an interesting bit of history with photos and period furnishings. Highly recommended!
3. Kanab Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
The Kanab Museum showcases the rich history of Kanab and it's people beginning with it's prehistoric cultures. It also host special exhibits and a variety of educational programming.
4. Little Hollywood Movie Museum
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 471 reviews
The free Little Hollywood Movie Museum , a 501 (c)(3) tax exempt non profit, exhibits a collection of actual movie sets as the centerpiece of its exploration of how the sleepy little town of Kanab became the back lot for movies like The Outlaw Josey Wales, Planet Of The Apes & Stagecoach and a haunt for Hollywood stars like Frank Sinatra, John Wayne, Charleton Heston, Clint Eastwood and more recently, Kiefer Sutherland and Willem Dafoe. Both on the big screen and on TV in such classics as The Lone Ranger, Gunsmoke and Lassie, Southern Utah defines the way we see the American West. The Museum is set behind Trading Post of the West, a gift shop focused on Made in the USA merchandise including fair trade Native American Arts and Jewelry, Stetson Hats and Abilene boots. From fine gifts to fun souvenirs Trading Post of the West offers a great selection at fair prices. There are big clean restrooms, snacks, drinks and a picnic area. Kid and pet friendly. Whether you have 15 minutes or over an hour, it's a fun place to stop.
Reviewed By jupekl2013 - Saint David, United States
We missed this place on our last trip through here, but since it was located behind our motel, and we stayed a day longer here, why not. We sure enjoyed it, donations only, of course we donated, hope all do. i enjoyed the Josey wales set and more, since we are down in Tombstone, Az, we have movie sets down here as well, so we had to check this cute little place out, Lady at counter was nice, and i highly recommend , especially if you enjoy this stuff.. Here on July 2nd 2019
5. Moqui Cave
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 415 reviews
An Ancient history museum inside a natural sandstone Cave. Come check out our dinosaur tracks, fossils, artifacts and much much more!
Reviewed By marykta
Such an interesting place, once a bar and dance hall to now housing geological specimens that I wish I could have one of each! Such a great gift shop with rocks and gemstones presented in a neat fashion including showing them off under black lights. There is even dinosaur poop on display! Don't miss the old bar in the back and notice the fascinating cave that shows the multiple layers of rock in the area. I could spend hours at Moqui Cave.
6. Walt Thirion Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4 reviews
